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During the process of photo system one. NAD p plus is changed into n. ADP HNAP. NAD PH has a neutral charge which what reactions are necessary to form the product 12 electrons and a hydrogen. Ion two an electron in two hydrogen ions, 32 electrons and two hydrogen ions, four and an electronic and a hydrogen hand

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It looks like you might be asking about the reactions involved in the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis, specifically in Photosystem I (PSI) and the reduction of NADP+ to NADPH. Let's break down your question to clarify the process.

Key Concepts

  1. Photosystems: In photosynthesis, there are two main photosystems (PSI and PSII). PSI is primarily responsible for the production of NADPH.

  2. NADP+ Reduction: NADP+ (Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate) serves as an electron carrier in photosynthesis. It is reduced to NADPH when it gains electrons and protons (H⁺).

Electron Transfer and Proton Addition

In Photosystem I, the following steps occur to convert NADP+ to NADPH:

  1. Photon Absorption: PSI absorbs light, which excites electrons in reaction center chlorophyll (P700).

  2. Electron Transport Chain: Excited electrons are transferred through a series of proteins (electron transport chain) and ultimately end up reducing NADP+.

  3. Reduction Process: In this process, the reduced NADP+ (NADPH) is produced. The equation summarizing this reaction is as follows:

    \[ NADP^+ + 2e^- + H^+ \rightarrow NADPH \]

Electron and Proton Balance

  • To fully reduce one molecule of NADP+, two electrons (2e⁻) and one proton (H⁺) are needed.
  • The total requirement to change NADP+ to NADPH involves 2 electrons (from PSI) and the addition of 1 hydrogen ion (H+).

Summary of Inputs/Outputs

  • For every molecule of NADP+ reduced to NADPH via PSI:

    • Inputs: 2 electrons, 1 H⁺ ion
    • Output: 1 NADPH (which overall has a neutral charge)

  • If the question refers to the total electrons and hydrogen ions needed for various products:

    • 12 electrons and hydrogen ions could be generalized from larger-scale reactions (like a series of NADP+ reductions).
    • 4 and 2 electrons and hydrogen ions could reference multiple situations or products formed throughout the entire photosynthetic process.

Conclusion

In the context of the reduction of NADP+ to NADPH in Photosystem I, you only need 2 electrons and 1 proton for the formation of one molecule of NADPH. If you have a different context in mind or a specific question about chain reactions or other products formed, feel free to clarify!